BY SITI NURAIN RATANI
KUCHING: The Sarawak government plans to make Siburan a full district pending a study on the proposal by the State Secretary’s office.
Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg revealed this during a press conference in Serian last Wednesday.
Siburan is a small town in Serian Division. It is located along the Kuching-Serian Highway.
Naturally, the people of Siburan are happy with the state government’s plan.
They look forward to improved facilities, better economic status and higher standard of living.
Mohd Islamuddin Seli, 27
“If Siburan becomes a district, the landscape and townscape of the area and town will change for the better. The lives of the people will also improve.”
Muhammat Firdaus Naziman, 26
“The elevation of Siburan into a district will create many job opportunities for the residents, especially in the small and medium Industry. The initiative will also stop the migration of youth in this area to other towns and cities.”
Rohana Ubut, 30
“Like Serian town, we hope that Siburan will also develop. We hope Siburan’s elevation to a district will attract people from other towns and districts including tourists.”
Romi John, 40
“If Siburan becomes a district, more government offices will be set up here. Then the residents do not have to go far for official businesses. The population will grow while economic activities will increase.”
Sharifah Amirah Wan Mohd, 25
“When Siburan becomes a district, many more shops or premises will be set up and there will be more job opportunities for local residents. The living standard will improve.”
